Sony's Jam Trax software for the 'tween set makes it easy to create songs and mixesfrom rock to hip-hopwith a simple drag-and-drop interface. Aspiring musicians can mix and match more than 600 included loops and sound effects: drums, guitar, keyboards, and more. Kids can even add their own vocals.

Molly K. McLaughlin is a New York-based writer and editor with more than a decade of experience covering technology. She has tested and reviewed all sorts of software, mobile apps, and gadgets. Before launching her freelance business, she was an editor at PC Magazine, covering consumer electronics, followed by a stint at ConsumerSearch.com, a review website. Molly also runs About.com's Android site and contributes to DealNews and other online publications.
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